deductive analysis
[dɪˈdʌktɪv əˈnæləsɪs]
nounpl: deductive analyses
análise dedutiva
1. A logical method of reasoning that starts from general principles or premises and derives specific conclusions; the process of examining something systematically by applying established rules or theories to reach conclusions.
Through deductive analysis of the crime scene evidence, the detective was able to identify the suspect.
Através da análise dedutiva das evidências do local do crime, o detetive foi capaz de identificar o suspeito.
2. In academic and research contexts, the systematic breakdown of complex information using logical reasoning based on known facts or established theories.
The scientist used deductive analysis to test whether the hypothesis was supported by the experimental data.
O cientista usou análise dedutiva para testar se a hipótese era apoiada pelos dados experimentais.
Deductive analysis is highly valued in both American and Brazilian academic, scientific, and professional contexts. In Brazil, it is commonly taught in law schools, engineering programs, and business courses. The term is formal and widely recognized in Portuguese-speaking academic environments. In the USA, deductive reasoning is a cornerstone of critical thinking education and is emphasized in professional fields such as law, medicine, and engineering.
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